Asda has appointed Cal Corcoran as its new Group CIO
He will lead Asda’s technology and data teams as it continues to develop and optimise its systems following the culmination of the business’s separation project from Walmart.
Corcoran brings over 25 years of IT leadership experience across industries as diverse as big tech, financial services, civil aviation, oil and gas, telecoms and aerospace and defence.
He has held senior technology roles at global organisations including Microsoft, Barclays, Gatwick Airport, BP and Castrol.
Corcoran brings with him a wealth of IT transformation and delivery experience at scale in complex environments.
Asda’s Executive Chairman, Allan Leighton, said: “Our use of data and technology is a critical element of our business that enables us to show up for our customers in the ways they expect. I’m delighted that Cal is joining the senior leadership team as we double down on our formula for growth as we head into 2026, and I look forward to welcoming Cal to the business.”
